1966 Volvo P 210 Duett vs. 1996 Volvo S90
To start off, 1996 Volvo S90 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Volvo S90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo S90 (201 HP) has 134 more horse power than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo S90 should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo S90 weights approximately 367 kg more than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Volvo S90 (267 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo S90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett | 1996 Volvo S90 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | P 210 Duett | S90 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
